Provence Short-tailed Blue vs Promethea Moth
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Provence Short-tailed Blue | Promethea Moth |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cupido alcetas | Callosamia promethea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lycaenidae | Saturniidae |
| Size | 22-28 mm wingspan | Wingspan 75-95mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Omnivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Central and southern Europe | North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Provence Short-tailed Blue
One of Europe's smallest butterflies with violet-blue males and dark brown females. It lacks the tail projection of its close relative the short-tailed blue.
Did You Know?
Males gather in large puddle clubs on damp ground to drink mineral-rich water.
Promethea Moth
A large silk moth with strong sexual dimorphism. Males are dark with tan margins while females are reddish-brown with lighter markings.
Did You Know?
Males fly during the afternoon which is unusual for silk moths and they are sometimes mistaken for dark-colored swallowtail butterflies.